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Actus Consulting Group, Inc.

Outside Sales Associate (Sake specialist Dep.) - El Monte, CA

Actus Consulting Group, Inc., El Monte, California, us, 91734


Outside Sales Associate (Sake Specialist Dep.) - El Monte, CAIndustry:

FoodLocation:

El Monte, CASalary:

$58K-62KVisa Sponsor:

YesLanguage:

English: Native Level, Japanese: Native LevelA Japanese food trading company is seeking an Outside Sales Associate in the Sake department.MAY consider visa support if the candidate has experience in SAKE sales and native-level Japanese language skills.Essential Job Functions

Outside Sales – 50%Visits customers and potential customers to educate them on Japanese liquors including sake, shochu, wine, and other liquors; provides information and necessary support to reach sales targets and increase the sales of the Company’s liquor products.Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and building rapport.Works closely with Sales Associates to understand their needs and offers solutions by educating their clients on how our liquor products and services can benefit their business.Attends various Japanese Government promotional events.Maintains and safely navigates the Company vehicle as per the Company Vehicle Policy.Marketing and Planning – 30%Plans and coordinates sake, shochu, beer, and whiskey-related events.Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.Coordinates with Tokyo Office and vendors to organize tasting events.Creates social media content and maintains quality content and strong engagements.Others – 20%Participates in the weekly sales meetings.Assists with Sake School events, classes, and student enrollment.Attends semiannual inventory count on designated days, possibly on weekends.Performs other related duties as assigned.Obligation to answer to all management as requested.Physical Requirements

Able to go on domestic business trips by car and airplane.Able to drive for a majority of the daily working hours.Able to work without sitting for extended periods, including standing and walking.Able to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.Able to use the phone for extended periods.Working Conditions

Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office. May need to be at outdoor events.Other Requirements

Business level English required.Business level Japanese required.Has and maintains a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.Maintains a positive attitude.Able to work independently and as a team.Able to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.Passes the Sake and Shochu Adviser course within 1 year of employment.High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree and above preferred.Minimum 3 years of food sales experience required; however, extensive experience in the restaurant business will be considered.Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrates basic Microsoft Office proficiency.Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Possesses basic mathematical knowledge such as markups, discounts, counting inventory, weight, and measurement conversions.Has strong communications and interpersonal skills.Has strong customer service and problem-solving skills.Certification from a sake institute preferred.Knowledge of ERP systems, especially AS400, highly preferred.Knowledge of Japanese liquor including wine, sake, shochu, and spirits preferred.Disclaimers

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at-will” employment status with the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.This is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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